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PlumbStock broadens trading scope with the launch of Luton branch

PlumbStock, the dedicated heating and plumbing brand of the Ridgeon Group, continues to expand its offering with the launch of a new standalone trade counter in Luton. PlumbStock has opened fourteen new branches throughout 2015 and early 2016; all of which provide an unrivalled, focused service to plumbing and heating professionals.

The PlumbStock brand was created by the Ridgeon Group, who recognised a need for plumbing and heating tradesmen to be supported by a specific team, with relevant industry experience. PlumbStock is set to continue expansion throughout 2016, with additional branch openings in Bury St. Edmunds and Kings Lynn.

Research finds students waste more than two bathfuls of water a day

With many freshers starting university this autumn, a national drainage specialist is cautioning new students to watch their water usage to avoid falling into wasteful habits.

In a study of 18-24 year olds commissioned by Lanes Group, it was found that of those who are currently attending university or college, the average student needlessly uses 180 litres of water a day - that’s the equivalent of more than two baths of water.

Returnable packaging company PPS are making waves with their new sustainable wash system

A UK based plastic packaging specialist has teamed up with a global well established industrial wash machine supplier to bring the latest technology to the packing industry.

PPS, a plastic pacing specialist, have been known in the industry for over a decade to provide returnable packaging solutions such as crates and pallets. This year they teamed with UK based Industrial Wash Machines (IWM) to create an innovative new wash machine for their re-useable pallets.

IWM operate from their centrally located office and production facilities in the UK. They worked with PPS, located in the east of the UK and the midlands, to create a bespoke bulk bin washing service machine. One of a kind in the UK.

Flomate iBoost - The ultimate solution to low water pressure and flow

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Poor water pressure and limited flow rates can be a real problem for many households. In a larger property with multiple bathrooms and en-suites, these issues frequently result in poor performing showers at key times of day and can make showering a miserable event rather than the invigorating experience that it should be!

UK public finding it harder to source skilled tradesmen

The construction sector is being urged to create more apprenticeships and find ways to attract workers to the sector after new research found that over half of the UK population are struggling to hire a tradesperson.

The study by IronmongeryDirect, surveyed 1,000 people who have required the services of a trade professional over the past year. Results showed that for one in six people (16%), it took more than three weeks to find a suitable tradesperson, while 13% said it took up to two weeks, and almost a quarter (24%) had to search for a week to get someone on board.

InSinkErator® unveils sleek satin black steaming hot water tap

InSinkErator®, a major player in the steaming hot water tap market, has unveiled a sleek new finish to add to their popular range of 3N1 steaming hot water taps with filtered steaming hot, hot and cold water. The Satin Black finish of the 3N1 complements a number of consumer styles and décor ideas, making a statement as part of a modern monochrome kitchen, or adding a contemporary accent to oak or wooden worktops. Black is already seen as a ‘safe’ colour choice for clothing and is now becoming increasingly popular in interior design, with a growing number of new appliances finished in the bold statement shade.

Using technology to get your evenings back

Benjamin Dyer of Powered Now examines the way that plumbers can get their evenings back with the help of technology, even if technology turns them off!

The mobile revolution

Looking back, it took a surprisingly long time for mobile phones to get to saturation. In fact, it took twenty years. During that long period, lots of people rubbished the phones and said they would never catch on. Every new technology that eventually becomes ubiquitous still goes through a period of disbelief.

In contrast to mobiles, smartphone penetration has been much quicker and the comparison should teach us some lessons.

Aladdin EasyFit Isolator - the quick-fit plumbing isolation-valve for pressurised-pipe

Professionals cut pressurised pipe only as a last resort. Until today, if a plumber needed to isolate part of a 15mm water-pipe system for maintenance or repair there were only 2 options: draining down, or freezing.

Both methods take 30 to 50 minutes and damage the environment through dumping (particularly hot) water, or releasing hydrofluorocarbons (gas-freezing).

Gas and boiler engineers are the nation’s most trusted traders, new study shows

HomeServe-commissioned poll, released for Gas Safety Week 2016, reveals nation’s most trusted tradespeople

Trader trustworthiness deemed most important factor by more than two thirds of UK homeowners

When it comes to the tricky decision about picking the right trader we still opt to trust those closest to us, study shows

Gas and heating engineers are Britain’s most trusted traders for 2016 – closely followed by electricians and plumbers, a survey has revealed today.

Flushing our troubles away

Xylem is calling on plumbers to help educate consumers about what not to flush down the toilet amidst growing concern around the effects on our sewerage networks. David Spragg at Xylem explains.

For one reason or another, we have become a disposable society and unfortunately that means that many people throw items, usually destined for the dustbin, down the toilet or waste pipes. The ensuing mess is costing industry thousands of pounds every year and presenting a real risk of sewage entering people’s homes.

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